Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded coconut, warmed honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly with a spatula until the mixture is sticky, fragrant, and well combined.
If the mixture feels too dry and crumbly, add a tiny splash more honey or coconut oil and stir until it holds together easily. If it’s too sticky, toss in a little more shredded coconut.
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place each ball onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
If desired, lightly roll each ball in toasted shredded coconut for extra flavor and crunch. Press gently to make sure the coating sticks.
Transfer the baking sheet to the fridge and chill the bites for at least 30 minutes. This allows the coconut oil to firm up, giving the bites a chewy, cohesive texture.
Once chilled, the bites will feel firm but chewy when pressed, with a fragrant toasted coconut aroma. Serve straight from the fridge for the best texture.
